AI is transforming financial services, but banks grapple with how to use it responsibly, while regulators consider data sovereignty rules.
Old Mutual partnered with Wolfpack Information Risk and Synack to implement penetration testing as a service for the organisation.
The Cape Town-based venture capital firm is on course to complete up to 15 investments in African tech start-ups with global potential.
BYDFi offers access to 900+ crypto-currencies for spot trading, including mainstream assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum, as well as emerging altcoins and trending tokens.
NSFAS fintech partners to challenge contract cancellations
In this week's tech news roundup, Fintech partners contracted to disburse monthly allowances to NSFAS-funded tertiary students have challenged the allegations levelled against them, saying they are considering legal action. eZaga and Tenet Technology have denied the allegations made against them and claim to not have received the full report in which these were made Stay informed and engaged with our comprehensive coverage of these stories and more on our website, www.itweb.co.za and social media platforms. Discover the latest advancements shaping the future of technology by ITWeb. #newsvideo #sita #nsfas https://www.itweb.co.za/content/DZQ58MV8yPAvzXy2 https://www.itweb.co.za/content/rxP3jqBEax8MA2ye https://www.itweb.co.za/content/xnklOvz1dnYq4Ymz https://www.itweb.co.za/content/dgp45vaBPVJ7X9l8 https://www.itweb.co.za/content/P3gQ2qGAPrg7nRD1
The partnership enables consumers to trade with Bitcoin and other crypto assets at Peach Payments merchants.
CX solutions must be rooted in empathy, simplicity and the lived realities of customers, says Sandisiwe Yengeni, senior manager of client experience and insights at African Bank.
MoData has positioned itself as an ecosystem enabler in SA, focusing on both digital and cash transactions.
Huawei Cloud drives African FinTech innovation
Mark Wang, Solution Architect at Huawei Cloud Southern Africa, spoke to ITWeb about Huawei being a strategic partner in the banking sector. He also addressed challenges for banks in SA and potential growth in the payment ecosystem for customers. #huaweicloud #fintech #digitalbanking
The global payments company launches its first local data centre, which is part of a R1 billion investment, as Africa remains its growth engine.
Realm Digital IDs will be incorporated in the new version in response to growing demand for enhanced security and identity assurance to mitigate the risk of fraud.
Led by ICT-focused start-ups, Southern Africa’s venture capital sector attracted R13.35 billion in active investments during 2024.
South Africa’s biggest mobile network operator reports a strong financial performance for the first quarter, with group revenue rising 10.6%.